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 21381 - NFPA 99, 2012 Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems Code Update $18.00   
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Presenter: Jonathan Willard

This 60-minute traditional, lecture-style education session provides an overview of the changes to the medical gas and vacuum system requirements in the new 2012 edition of NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code. In addition, a synopsis of the elements of a comprehensive medical gas systems operation and management program are provided. The presentation will be followed by a brief question and answer period. The session will consist of an overview of the important changes to the medical gas and vacuum system requirements in the new edition of NFPA 99, including the following: (1) NFPA Definitions and Applicability of the Code, an overview of how the code has moved from an occupancy-based application of the requirements to a risk-based approach; (2) Central Supply System and Equipment Changes; (3) Pipeline Distribution System and Components Changes; (4) Alarm Warning Systems Changes; (5) Performance Criteria and Testing Changes; and (6) Operation and Management, a synopsis of the new requirements for the operation and management for existing medical gas and vacuum systems.

The session will also consist of a synopsis of the elements of a comprehensive medical gas and vacuum systems operation and management program. This includes an overview of the applicable regulatory requirements, conducting a code compliance review and risk assessment. The session reviews standard policies and procedures, including emergency operations and contingency planning, planned system shutdown and back feeding, and record keeping. The session also identifies best practices and discusses inspection, testing, and maintenance programs and medical gas storage. Finally, qualification standards for facility personnel maintaining and utilizing medical gas and vacuum systems are summarized.

 






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